Synonyms for

Potatoes

Verb / pʌˈteɪtəʊz / Another word for potatoes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Potatoes are a type of starchy vegetable that grow underground and are commonly used in cooking.

Synonyms & similar words

potato tater murphy whitepotato solanumtuberosum whitepotatovine irishpotato spud spuds taters tubers carbs latkes gnocchi

Synonyms by register

Formal

tubers solanum tuberosum

Informal

spuds taters

Literary

earth-apples ground-apples

Antonyms

fruits vegetables grains meats sweets

Common collocations

  • mashed potatoes
  • baked potatoes
  • french fries
  • potato chips
  • potato salad
  • sweet potatoes
  • potato skins

Word family

noun potato
adjective potato

Usage note

While 'potato' is a common noun, its plural form is 'potatoes'. It is a staple food in many cuisines worldwide.

Example sentences

  1. 1. I planted some potatoes in my garden this year.
  2. 2. My favorite way to eat potatoes is mashed with lots of butter.
  3. 3. We had baked potatoes for dinner last night.
  4. 4. French fries are made from potatoes.
  5. 5. My mom makes the best potato salad.

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  • 1. "Goodness gracious, great balls of fire! Don't bother me anymore, and don't call me sugar." - Joe Pesci in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
  • 2. "I have a competition in me. I want no one else to succeed. I hate most people." - Daniel Plainview in There Will Be Blood
  • 3. "Nobody puts Baby in a corner." - Johnny Castle in Dirty Dancing

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